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Emotional regulation is a complicated concept that starts in childhood but continues well into the adult years. It refers to the process of identifying, understanding, and managing our emotions in a way that is both appropriate and effective. It’s about how we influence which emotions we have, when we have them, and how we express them.

Essentially, emotional regulation helps us maintain a sense of balance so that we don’t become overwhelmed by negative emotions (like anger or anxiety), and we don’t suppress or ignore positive emotions. It’s not about stopping your feelings, but rather it’s about knowi

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